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Accepting Ourselves And Our Children While Embracing Growth And Change

The desire to do better can exist in and of itself. It doesn’t have to be driven by a dislike or disgust of who you are now. Here are 3 steps toward self-acceptance.

Words Matter - Crossing out dismissive phrases in kid's story books

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Words Matter: Adjusting Popular Books and Songs to Align with Positive Parenting Strategies

Our words matter. Children receive messages from all around them and this includes the books, songs, and stories we share with them. Sometimes those messages are affirming and sometimes they are dismissive. Read how to make your words count to nourish your child's social-emotional skills.

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Nurturing A Natural Love For Learning

How do you nurture curious risk-takers who love to learn? It starts here.

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When Partners Disagree: Tools For Parenting On The Same Page

Parenting disagreements are not uncommon, especially with so many different parenting ideologies out there. So, how can parents get on the same page?

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Spanking Children Is Still Common and Still Harmful

Research has shown the long-term effects of spanking on a child's mental, emotional, sexual and behavioral outcomes. And the impact of these negative childhood experiences can directly influence and run the narrative of our adulthood. Read more.

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Why Using A Behavior Chart Is Ineffective

Before you decide to add to or continue using behavioral management charts, let's take a closer look at the undesirable side-effects. Read more.

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Teaching Emotional Intelligence and College Students as Change-Makers

Dr. Meghan Gillette, a professor in the field of Human Development and Human Studies at Iowa State University, shares the latest research on nurturing emotional intelligence in children ages 5 to 12, how she uses Team-Based Learning and her insights on teaching social and emotional skills to the next generation.

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School Program Uses PeaceMakers to Aide Social-Emotional Skill Building

Fit Abilities Yoga program in the Ferguson MO School District are empowering students by using Generation Mindful's PeaceMakers mantra cards.

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